English–Korean
“caregiving” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationkanbyeong
Example
퇴직 후 부모님의 간병을 맡게 됐어요.toe jik hu pu mo ni mui kan byeong eul mat kke twae sseo yo
After retiring, I ended up caring for my parents.
How to say “caregiving” in Korean
“Caregiving” in Korean is 간병 (kanbyeong).
Staying close to a sick or weak person and helping with everyday needs such as meals, bathing, and medicine.
Example sentences with 간병
밤새 간병을 하느라 많이 피곤해요.pam sae kan byeong eul ha neu ra ma ni pi gon hae yo
I'm very tired from providing care all night.
Tips for using 간병
- In English, nursing can suggest medical treatment or a professional role, while this word often covers practical daily support by family members.